Alissa Loyau

Top Robot Vacuums and Mop Combos

While robots won't be able to replace a conventional vacuum in picking up ground-in debris such as metal screws and pieces of orzo pasta, they're great at sweeping crumbs, dust and hair from pets. The best models have intelligent navigation systems, which can help them avoid cords, toys and other obstacles in the household.

1. Roomba iRobot i3+ from iRobot EVO

The iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO is an excellent robot vacuum that has a variety of clever features that make it more easy to maintain than many competing models. Its automatic bin emptying is one of the most efficient features we've encountered in a robot, and it works well on both hard floors and carpets. The app will guide you through the entire process. It's also easy to use and set up. Another impressive feature is the ability to go back to the spot where it left off in our tests--it did this for 77 mins on one cleaning before running out of battery.

The i3+ EVO, unlike some of the other robot vacuums that we tested has a self vacuum near me-emptying bin that automatically dumps debris in an external dirt compartment on its charging base when it is full. The i3+ EVO can be prevented from overfilling with a self-emptying bin. However, it must still be manually emptied at the end of each cleaning session. The i3+ EVO's built-in dust bin can hold 2.4L of waste and is more than enough to last several cleaning sessions before needing to replace it.

Like the i7, uses cutting-edge floor-tracking sensors to create maps. It also lets you navigate in neat rows. However the i3+ EVO only stores a single map while the i7 has the capacity to store multiple maps. The i7 also has the ability to make use of its map to create no-go zones as well as virtual barriers, however the i3+ EVO cannot.

The i3+ EVO is more effective of picking up surface debris when compared to other robovacs that we have reviewed, but it is not the best at cleaning edges and corners. It's also not as gentle on furniture, despite being fairly quiet. It pulled chairs away from walls and caused some collisions with the sides of our test bed, and it became stuck on cords and toys during our testing.

2. Black & Decker Q5 Pro

If you're looking to increase your robot robotic vacuum cleaners collection or are just starting out with the Q5 Pro is a great option. It packs powerful power, a smart navigation system and a user-friendly automation into a sleek design at a price that is affordable. It's the best budget robot vacuum pound-for-pound model currently available and even matches some of Roborock's much pricier models in many ways.

This robot is great in cleaning floors that are bare and its avoidance technology assists it in staying away from furniture legs or other obstacles. It also does well on carpets and gets the top score in our navigation tests. The only drawback is that it's louder than other models and doesn't do better in our user-satisfaction and predicted reliability tests.

The Q5 Pro has a very large dust bin of 770ml which means you don't have to empty it as frequently as some other 2-in-1 robots. The Q5 Pro's 240-minute running time is also generous when in comparison to other 2-in-1 robots we have tested. When the battery is running low, it will automatically return to its dock, where it recharges and resumes cleaning where it began. You can control the Q5 Pro via the app and make voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.

This is the first robot we've seen with 3D mapping. This along with other advancements made it perform extremely well in our vacuuming tests and mopping test. It allows you to schedule cleanings, set no-go zones, and check the status of the battery as well as other things. The app is easy to use, but it doesn't support Apple HomeKit which is slated to be added in 2025. Apple updated its website's footnote in November of this year to reflect that this feature has been delayed until 2025. Some other robots won't work with HomeKit However, many of them work with Siri Shortcuts.

3. TP-Link Tapo RV30 Plus

The TP-Link Tapo R30 Plus robot vacuum cleaner is an excellent option if you're looking for a machine that can also mop and is reasonably priced. It features a sleek design and a lot of amazing features for the price. It is possible to control the device using different buttons on the machine or via the app and even use voice commands. The device is powered by batteries and the vacuum container can automatically empty itself.

The TP-Link RV30 Plus does a excellent job of cleaning up normal messes and is suitable for light mopping on hard floors. It comes with a replacement sweeping brush and mopping cloth, aswell with an HEPA-filter. It can be paired with a smart home hub, such as Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant for convenient voice control. The TP-Link RV30 Plus can be easily set up and connected to different floor surfaces with the automatic mode. This ensures that the optimal results are achieved in every room and flooring.

Three cleaning modes are available to fit your needs. The vacuuming mode is a thorough cleaning of the room. It utilizes the smart sensor to detect edges furniture, stairs, and other obstacles. The mopping mode is utilized to automatically clean floors or remove stubborn liquid spills and stains. Another option lets you to combine both modes to provide a more thorough and thorough cleaning.

With a powerful suction, and 3 settings for dry mopping, the TP Link RV30 Plus is quick to remove pet hair, dust, crumbs and other debris from all flooring types. The device can even clean carpets without damaging them due to specially designed mop.

During its first mapping run, TP-Link RV30 Plus scans your home and saves it using its dual navigation system that consists of LiDAR and Gyro. The map can be edited using the app and you can combine or split rooms as you prefer. You can also build virtual walls and no-go zones to prevent the RV30 Plus from wandering in areas you do not want to be in.

4. Eufy iMop

The Eufy iMop is one of the best full-featured robot vacuum and mop combos for hard floors. It comes with a cutting-edge mapping system that can map your home across several floors. And the well-designed base station nearly completely automates the cleaning process. It is a great obstacle avoidance system and navigation.

This model utilizes an internal dToF LiDAR sensor to map out your home and design efficient cleaning routes. The iMop was a winner in our assessment of the effectiveness of navigation and coverage and was also good at eliminating obstacles, like furniture. It's also able to locate its way back to the base station which is a great benefit in case it runs out of battery during cleaning.

The spot cleaning mode lets you to clean a specific space on your floor. It can also be programmed to follow a particular route. This is ideal for narrow hallways or stairs. It did a decent job of cleaning carpets in our carpet cleaning test however it had a difficult time with longer pile carpets and rugs. It is possible to set it up to lift the mop pad when it comes in contact with carpet. This is an excellent option for those looking to not have to mop their carpets.

The iMop comes with an onboard dust container and a water tank that it is filled and refilled at the end of each cleaning session. The dust bin can hold up to 2.5 Liters and only has to be emptied every two cleaning cycles. The water tank can handle about a dozen mopping sessions before it is dry. The iMop requires less maintenance and cleaning than an standard robot vacuum, which could be a big selling point for busy families.

The iMop smartphone app is user-friendly and offers a wide range of configuration options. It offers multiple suction modes, mopping settings, and also scheduling. It also lets you design virtual walls and no-go zones, to ensure that the robot doesn't wander into rooms that aren't allowed. The app also allows access to the iMop status and errors messages.